Liberalisation of Vice Regulations Act of 2011
Rationale
These reforms aim tomodernise outdated laws, reducing black markets and thus subtracting resources and funds to criminal organisations, increasing tax revenue, and empowering adults to make informed choices while ensuring public safety as well, safeguarding minors' health at the same time.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
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| 1 | Alcohol Regulation |
Strict regulation (age 21; high excise; retail 10:00–20:00; public drinking banned)
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Liberal policy (age 18; moderate tax; late opening permitted; public zones allowed)
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| 2 | Gambling Regulation |
State-licensed casinos and lottery only
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Liberal gambling (online platforms, private casinos, sports betting all permitted)
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| 3 | Marijuana Policy |
Medical-only (prescription/caregiver card; licensed dispensaries)
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Legalization (age 21; licensed retail; THC tax; roadside impairment tests)
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| 4 | Tobacco & Vaping Regulation |
Heavy restrictions (plain packaging; indoor ban; age 21; advertising banned)
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Light regulation (age 18, designated smoking areas, health warnings)
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Alcohol Regulation2
Gambling Regulation3
Marijuana Policy4
Tobacco & Vaping RegulationProposer
Party
Alliance For Digital Freedom And Rights
ADFR is a centre-to-centre-left, social-liberal party. We advocate for an open and neutral Internet, strong privacy rights, a digital PA and an eco-social market economy. We focus on white-collar professionals and innovative companies, ensuring technology expands freedom and opportunities for all.
Core pillars
Benjamin Huber
Activist · Age 40
Benjamin Huber, a sharp-tongued and media-savvy firebrand, uses data-driven arguments and relentless energy to challenge the status quo, channeling his working-class upbringing into political activism.
Timeline
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Draft8 March 2011
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Vote Open28 December 2011
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Vote Closed26 February 2012
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Became Law26 February 2012
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Bundesrat
PassedFor: 31 / 69 seats (44.9%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 38
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance For Digital Freedom And Rights Proposer | 21 | Yes | No reason given |
| Citizen's Trust First | 10 | Yes | No reason given |
| Left Forward | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| New National Order | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| People's Socialist National Front | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Progressive Alliance | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 5 | Not voted |
Bundestag
PassedFor: 305 / 650 seats (46.9%)
Against: 0 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 345
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alliance For Digital Freedom And Rights Proposer | 192 | Yes | No reason given |
| Citizen's Trust First | 66 | Yes | No reason given |
| Left Forward | 47 | Yes | No reason given |
| New National Order | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| People's Socialist National Front | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Progressive Alliance | 0 | Yes | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 52 | Not voted |